Texas lawmakers struggle to keep straight faces over 'District of Austin' bill
On Wednesday, state rep. Briscoe Cain's bill to make the city of Austin into the "District of Austin" was struck down by ...
Texas House panel unanimously rejects bill to put Austin under Legislature's thumb
A Texas House committee took the unusual step of unanimously voting down the bill to make Austin a district of the state and ...
Austin City Council set to vote on expanded wildfire risk map
Under the proposed map, 51% of the city would be considered at risk of wildfire damage. That's compared to 38% in the current ...
Texas House bill to create 'District of Austin' laughed down in committee
The bill, authored by State Rep. Briscoe Cain, would have allowed the state to amend or repeal laws, ordinances and policies ...
Citing obstacles, Pecan Street Festival leaves Sixth Street, and temporarily, Austin
For half a century, the festival has taken over Sixth Street (formerly Pecan Street) twice a year, presenting arts, crafts, ...
7 U.S. Cities with Rich Music Heritage
These cities reshaped American music history-here are the museums, historic sites, and live music venues to explore to get in the spirit.
Have thoughts on e-scooter safety, parking in Austin? Here’s how to weigh in
The city of Austin is in the process of revisiting its rules surrounding electric scooters and e-bikes — and wants community ...
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West Lake Hills seeks to improve roads through county grant funding program
West Lake Hills may soon apply for funding to reduce traffic fatalities and accidents on city streets including Bee Caves ...
City of Huntsville Named to Fast Company's Annual List of the World's Most Innovative Companies of 2025
The City of Huntsville, Alabama has been named to Fast Company's prestigious list of the World's Most Innovative Companies of 2025, earning a spot in the Economic Development category. The City is ...
Early voting for Wisconsin election starts Tuesday: How to vote for Supreme Court, other April races
Early voting runs March 18 to 30 for Wisconsin's April 1 election, though each community sets its own dates, hours and ...
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As wildfire anxiety grows, Austin plans to designate half the city as at risk of fire damage
This map is sectioned into three zones ... Austin Fire Department: firefighters who serve residents inside Austin city limits ...
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600-foot towers on the Drag? Austin proposal would allow taller building near campus
who represents downtown Austin, said in a written statement. “Compared to anywhere else in the City, the University Neighborhood Overlay has been the single best tool for affordability we've ...